Today’s post, which showcases my favorite photos I’ve taken over the course of my six trips to Thailand, also sheds light on the more personal reasons I love the Kingdom so much.
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30 Pictures That Will Make You Want to Visit Italy
Whether you’ve been there zero times or zillions of times, I know you’ll enjoy these amazing photos of Italy, coupled with ideas on things to do in each of the country’s incredible regions.
Continue ReadingThe Big Problem With Internet and Phones in Japan
The bad news? Foreigners cannot buy SIM cards in Japan. The good news? There’s a workaround.
Continue Reading30 Pictures That Will Make You Want to Visit South Africa
No matter where you stand on South Africa, these pictures are sure to inspire you to take a trip there.
Continue ReadingYou’ll Never Believe the Prices in Japan
With intelligent planning—and a little bit of restraint—you can travel in Japan without going broke.
Continue Reading30 Pictures That Will Make You Want to Visit Japan
If you aren’t yet planning your own trip to the Land of the Rising Sun, I hope these photos inspire you to take the next plane to Tokyo.
Continue ReadingHow to Time Travel from Tokyo
Nikko is just a short trip away from Tokyo, geographically, but it feels like going back in time several centuries.
Continue ReadingMe, the Mountains and a Dozen Nude Japanese Men
My past three weeks in Japan have been extraordinary, no doubt, but they’ve also been extraordinarily exhausting. So naturally, I had to cap them off in a place known for extraordinary relaxation!
Continue ReadingMonkeying Around in the Japanese Alps
Seeing Japan’s snow monkeys reminded me of the time another traveler (the one who first informed me of their existence, no less) made a monkey out of me.
Continue ReadingAre Japan’s “Animal Islands” All They’re Cracked Up to Be?
I found both of Japan’s animal islands more disappointing than the majority of other bloggers.
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